'F' for Freebies

Keeping Track of Sales (and a Giveaway!)

I tend to shop for specific clothes only when I need them. A new coat because my old one has become threadbare, or more recently, a few nursing-friendly shirts in my current size. While I’m browsing for the best options, I invariably come across a few finds that I certainly don’t need, but that I do like a whole lot. I’ll often think ‘maybe I’ll pick this up if it goes on sale’ but then I forget to check up on it regularly. I’ve missed out on many an item that went on sale for a great price, but now I’m using PoachIt to keep track of things so that won’t happen again.

PoachIt

I’m not exactly jumping up to buy all the things! but I do like to be aware of when the stuff I’ve had my eye on goes on sale, and that info can help me decide what to purchase and when. The service works with over 5,000 stores (I’ve been using it on sites like J. Crew, Anthropologie, Nordstrom, and Madewell), and there’s a browser extension (like the ‘pin it’ button) that makes it easy to keep track of items. When the price drops on something you’ve tracked, PoachIt sends you an email, but you can also view your tracked items, follow favorite merchants, and find valid coupons via the website or app.

Besides clothing and things to wear, I’ve been keeping tabs on some of my wish list items for the house. I would love to grab any of these if the day comes that the price is right!

Home Wish List Items

Now with the holiday season upon us, I’ve started using PoachIt for my home and for gift shopping too. I’m not a fan of hitting the Black Friday sales in person, but I do take advantage of the online sales that accompany it and Cyber Monday. Now it will be even easier to pick up the items on my list at a good price (and maybe treat myself to a little something when everything goes on sale again after the holidays).

Giveaway

One winner will win a $100 AMEX giftcard to shop for any item they want! Just go to PoachIt, sign up for an account, then comment back on this post with a link to the item you’d want to buy with the gift card if you won. (I’d probably go for that hat I’m tracking; I can never bring myself to buy a nice hat for myself.) One entry per person, and you must be a US resident and enter by midnight CST on December 1st. Good luck!

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  • BB
    November 25, 2014 at 9:25 am

    Where are those lovely leather chairs from?

  • Amy
    November 25, 2014 at 9:35 am

    I would love to put it towards a Nest thermostat.

  • Sarah @ 702 Park Project
    November 25, 2014 at 9:36 am

    Love PoachIt! I’ve been eyeing these Rag & Bone booties for forever… https://www.poachit.com/product/73949/Classic_Newbury_Booties

  • Suz C
    November 25, 2014 at 9:39 am

    Oooh, I like this site! As new homeowner, I have been eyeing the Nest thermostat. https://www.poachit.com/product/407480/Nest_Learning_Thermostat_with_BuiltIn_WiFi

  • Dana
    November 25, 2014 at 9:40 am

    I’d pick up a piece for New Year’s Eve, something like this festive tank:
    http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/4112257231134.jsp?cm_vc=SEARCH_RESULTS#/

  • Amanda
    November 25, 2014 at 9:44 am

    I decided 3 years ago that I wasn’t buying another vegan leather jacket until I had a real one first. I can’t ever seem to muster up the courage to click “buy” though! A gift card would help make my leather dreams come true and I could bring home this bad boy: https://www.poachit.com/product/385085/Drape_Front_Leather_Moto_Jacket

  • Janice McElhone
    November 25, 2014 at 9:53 am

    https://www.poachit.com/product/413845/Pure_White_Ceramic_Vases I’d buy a bunch of these vases!

  • Jillian
    November 25, 2014 at 9:56 am

    I’ve been eyeing Apple TV this year. Would come in handy for my non-cable, single girl life. :)

    https://www.poachit.com/product/276575/The_new_Apple_TV__Black_MD199LLA

  • Carley
    November 25, 2014 at 9:58 am

    I like this idea. I just bought my first home & I love that your can track Home Depot, Lowes, & Overstock.

    I’d consider getting this sconce for my kitchen:

    https://www.poachit.com/product/415135/Portfolio_Ellicott_1312in_H_Galvanized_Dark_Sky_Outdoor_Wall_Light

  • Caitlin Restivo
    November 25, 2014 at 9:59 am

    I would buy this crisp white shirt, I need a new one for work.https://www.poachit.com/product/414928/essential_white_boyshirt

  • Jenna
    November 25, 2014 at 10:06 am

    https://www.poachit.com/product/329240/None

  • amy dolgin
    November 25, 2014 at 10:09 am

    I use Pinterest for this too – if you type the current cost of an item you pin into the comments, you’ll get a notification of any price change – very useful!

  • natalie
    November 25, 2014 at 10:09 am

    Winter is coming so I’m going to need these (on sale): https://www.poachit.com/product/153608/Sorel_Tofino_Boot__Womens

  • Celeste @ Our Fabulous Life in the Suburbs
    November 25, 2014 at 10:09 am

    Well…I may be the only blogger left who doesn’t have Hunter boots. So I think I would probably go for that! I just can’t bring myself to splurge on them, but $100 would certainly help nudge me in that direction ;) https://www.poachit.com/product/415470/Original_Tall_Gloss

  • Margaret
    November 25, 2014 at 10:10 am

    An obelisk tuteur like this one. Our rosebush is out of control!

    http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0026RH56W/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1MWHKICPJM3G8&coliid=I3MN16QLFOXZK8&psc=1

  • Kate
    November 25, 2014 at 10:24 am

    Been eyeing these for awhile…
    https://www.poachit.com/product/415484/Menko

  • Grace
    November 25, 2014 at 10:31 am

    $100 would make the ipad air 2 (slightly) more affordable:

    https://www.poachit.com/product/415467/Apple_iPad_Air_2_64GB_WiFi__Gold

  • kelsey
    November 25, 2014 at 10:35 am

    i’ve had my eye on these boots FOREVER! i can never pull the trigger but i know they would last forever
    https://www.poachit.com/product/179403/KEEN_Womens_Delancey_WP_CNX_Boot

  • Laura
    November 25, 2014 at 10:55 am

    I don’t really need a new coat, but I’d sure like one — and a $100 gift card would make it a little easier to justify!

  • Julie
    November 25, 2014 at 11:01 am

    I like the idea of this! I have a folder in my bookmarks called “waiting to go on sale” and I check thru it once in a while but sometimes I do miss an item going on sale.

  • jackie
    November 25, 2014 at 11:03 am

    https://www.poachit.com/product/415147/Gramercy_Grand

  • Meg
    November 25, 2014 at 11:04 am

    I love PoachIt! It’s such a great idea. I’ve been so close to pulling the trigger on a media cabinet from West Elm and this might be the time.

    https://www.poachit.com/product/267696/MidCentury_Media_Console__Small_Acorn

  • carol frederick
    November 25, 2014 at 11:18 am

    Love these cute flats from Anthropology
    http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/shoes-flats/33097742.jsp#/

  • Helen
    November 25, 2014 at 11:36 am

    I feel like I had this idea…but of course I didn’t do anything about it. Anyway, great idea! I am tracking these snow boots from Nordstrom, my favorite store, with amazing customer service. We’re getting our first snow of the season tomorrow, just in time for Thanksgiving travel, so even if the price doesn’t drop on these soon, I know I’ll need them in the future.
    https://www.poachit.com/product/415531/Tivoli_II_Waterproof_Boot_Women

  • Nadia
    November 25, 2014 at 11:40 am

    Love this! I’d probably buy some nice new workout clothes!

  • Kristin
    November 25, 2014 at 11:54 am

    Love this rug (and this service)! https://www.poachit.com/product/415587/Fes_Wool_Shag_Rug__Ivory__Slate

  • Bee
    November 25, 2014 at 12:06 pm

    It’s coats and jackets season and that’s all I’ve been thinking about. I have my eye on this jacket: https://www.poachit.com/product/415988/Petite_Faux_Fur_Trim_Hooded_Anorak. Thanks for the giveaway!

  • Ashley
    November 25, 2014 at 12:07 pm

    https://www.poachit.com/product/415324/Cerrillos_Cardigan

  • Michelle S
    November 25, 2014 at 12:21 pm

    I would definitely be able to splurge on the gorgeous Joules coat I’m loving. https://www.poachit.com/product/411952/Womens_Luxury_Padded_Jacket_Cocoa

  • AshleyB
    November 25, 2014 at 1:01 pm

    I would love a new wool winter coat. My old one looks great on the outside, but the lining is almost completely gone. I’d go for this! https://www.poachit.com/product/415595/Lady_Coat Thanks!

  • Lindsey
    November 25, 2014 at 1:20 pm

    https://www.poachit.com/product/391033/UGG_Ansley

    Some warm fuzzy slippers!

  • Carly
    November 25, 2014 at 1:38 pm

    https://www.poachit.com/product/407480/Nest_Learning_Thermostat_with_BuiltIn_WiFi I have been toying with the ira of getting a Nest thermostat and would absolutely do so with this gift card.

  • Virginia (The Heartographer)
    November 25, 2014 at 1:42 pm

    What an awesome service! This is basically how I use Pinterest but with significant manual overhead removed. Yay! My dream object is this Hex side table from West Elm; I’ve been lusting after it for AGES!

  • Jen
    November 25, 2014 at 1:52 pm

    Thanks for hosting this giveaway! I would buy this beautiful Kate Spade Saturday coat: https://www.poachit.com/product/416322/ALINE_COAT

  • Laura
    November 25, 2014 at 1:56 pm

    I would probably buy these boots: https://www.poachit.com/product/414623/Oversized_Teardrop_Gore_Bootie

    They are pretty cute, and look like they’d be great for stomping around town in.

  • StacyShine
    November 25, 2014 at 2:27 pm

    I need a new phone… trying to save up for a new one…
    https://www.poachit.com/product/44337/Samsung_Galaxy_S4_I9500_Unlocked_Cell_Phone__Black

  • Kristin
    November 25, 2014 at 2:33 pm

    I’d sure love to rock this sweater dress this holiday season, but not at full Anthro price. Poach me!

  • judy
    November 25, 2014 at 2:34 pm

    I have always wanted to create links to sites I thought the Bloggers I follow would find interesting but never knew how it is done. Can anyone give me a tutorial. Thanks

  • ryan
    November 25, 2014 at 2:37 pm

    i really need a dyson. i just got a second dog and the extra hair that accumulates in my house now calls for heavy artillery!
    https://www.poachit.com/product/415779/Dyson_DC59_Motorhead_Cordless_Vacuum

  • H
    November 25, 2014 at 2:51 pm

    I want to get this one https://www.poachit.com/product/415338/LeatherTrim_Asymmetric_Car_Coat

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      November 25, 2014 at 2:52 pm

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  • Emily Peck
    November 25, 2014 at 2:54 pm

    I signed up! I need this in my life! I’m really pining for a pair of gorgeous stackable rings like these: https://www.poachit.com/product/336024/Deco_Stackable_Rings

  • Nicole
    November 25, 2014 at 3:52 pm

    I’d probably use it on the 3 drawer filing cabinet from CB2

  • Melissa
    November 25, 2014 at 4:47 pm

    Poach It is a great idea! Thanks for sharing! https://www.poachit.com/product/416909/Morten_Table_Lamp__White

  • Kristin
    November 25, 2014 at 4:48 pm

    I want these shoes SO BAD!
    https://www.poachit.com/product/271925/Elsie_suede_pumps

  • Jennifer
    November 25, 2014 at 5:37 pm

    I’d love this Madewell vest – so festive. https://www.poachit.com/product/382571/woolrich_buffalo_plaid_vest

  • Elise
    November 25, 2014 at 5:57 pm

    Anything from Anthropologie really! Especially this pencil skirt!

    https://www.poachit.com/product/415344/Slit_Jacquard_Pencil_Skirt

  • Peggi
    November 25, 2014 at 6:10 pm

    Is it lame to buy fuzzy slippers? I don’t care; it’s already feet freezing weather where I live!
    https://www.poachit.com/product/414477/Womens_metallic_shearling_lodge_moccasins

  • Melissa S.
    November 25, 2014 at 6:36 pm

    Cool service! I’m kinda digging these jeans: https://www.poachit.com/product/387707/Josefina_Rolled_Hem_Jean

  • Elizabeth
    November 25, 2014 at 6:50 pm

    What a neat service! I’m in desperate need of new maternity clothes:
    https://www.poachit.com/product/417314/New_Look_Maternity_Heart_Print_Cut_and_Sew

  • Emily
    November 25, 2014 at 6:52 pm

    I’m not that sure about joining Poach it, but I need everything in that second photo – the leather chairs, lamp, wallpaper, and that table! Can we get sources for those?

    Thanks!!

  • Barbara
    November 25, 2014 at 6:55 pm

    Comfy booties for the winter. https://www.poachit.com/product/415480/Desert_Wedge_Bootie_Women

  • Megan C.
    November 25, 2014 at 7:19 pm

    This throw looks so warm and soft. https://www.poachit.com/product/409360/Threshold_Cable_Knit_Sherpa_Throw_Blanket__Cream

  • Michelle Naomi
    November 25, 2014 at 7:28 pm

    boots!

    https://www.poachit.com/product/318908/FRYE_Womens_Melissa_Button_Boot

  • Michelle R
    November 25, 2014 at 7:41 pm

    I love this idea! I’m always pinning or bookmarking things I want and then totally forgetting about them. https://www.poachit.com/product/417540/Frye_Calf_Hair_Bull_Keychain

  • kelly
    November 25, 2014 at 8:09 pm

    Okay so I while I’d love to have $100 to spend on myself I would most likely use it on my little ones. Seeing them open a present that makes that happy is way better.

    So my 2 year old has become Frozen obsessed and as much as I hate to admit it, it is actually quite adorable. Her singing in that tiny voice… or yelling “It’s coronation day” from her crib is priceless. I’d love to snatch this up for her pronto: https://www.poachit.com/product/401148/Anna_and_Elsa_Doll_Gift_Set__Disney_Animators_Collection

  • claudia
    November 25, 2014 at 8:12 pm

    What a clever site! I signed up and put a nintendo 3ds on my tracking list. My kids really want one for christmas! https://www.poachit.com/product/108981/Nintendo_3DS_XL__Blue_Nintendo_3DS_XL

  • Jessica
    November 25, 2014 at 8:22 pm

    I’d love this light fixture in the Dining Room. I just need a sale, coupon code, or a $100 gift card!

    http://www.westelm.com/products/glass-orb-chandelier-w755/?pkey=cchandeliers&cm_src=chandeliers||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_–_-

  • Elizabeth Williams
    November 25, 2014 at 9:02 pm

    I love this Elizabeth and James Maru cuff– amazing.

    https://www.poachit.com/product/417664/Elizabeth_and_James_Maru_Cuff

  • iamalighthouse
    November 25, 2014 at 9:35 pm

    I really like this lantern!

  • Natasha
    November 25, 2014 at 10:44 pm

    WOAH. That site is AMAZING!! Thank you SO MUCH for sharing it! This would be my magical purchase.. I’ve been visiting this lamp online for over a year, and I need a lamp for my desk so badly!

    http://www.landofnod.com/gold-rock-lamp-base/s310638

  • shannon
    November 26, 2014 at 12:36 am

    this cute side table https://www.poachit.com/product/413980/Natural_Tree_Stump_Side_Table

  • Hannah Thomas
    November 26, 2014 at 12:40 am

    I’d definitely be picking up this:
    https://www.poachit.com/product/393323/tailored_tee

  • Debra C
    November 26, 2014 at 2:36 am

    I would use it to buy the Sanctuary Suede boots from Nordstroms

  • Elizabeth G.
    November 26, 2014 at 5:30 am

    I would buy this:
    https://www.poachit.com/product/145881/Keurig_K10_Mini_Plus_Brewer

  • Jamie
    November 26, 2014 at 6:59 am

    Oh thank God! Ever since Hukkster closed, I was wondering how I was going to keep track of when things went on sale. I have a problem where I’ll see something I really like, bookmark it, and then when I go back to check on it, it’s been marked down and sold out. Which, while good for my wallet, isn’t conducive to finally finish decorating my home.

    If I’d win, I’d get these to:
    https://www.poachit.com/product/419103/Signature_Womens_LLBean_Boots_16_ShearlingLined_Colorblock

  • Bry
    November 26, 2014 at 8:36 am

    I would buy vases :)
    https://www.poachit.com/product/413845/Pure_White_Ceramic_Vases

  • Kaitlyn
    November 26, 2014 at 11:10 am

    I would buy pretty much every basic on Madewell’s site!
    https://www.poachit.com/product/419725/essential_white_boyshirt

  • AliceB
    November 26, 2014 at 11:33 am

    I’ve been looking for a simple, geometric rug in navy for our bedroom, so I’d have to get this: https://www.poachit.com/product/416133/Knotted_Diamonds_Wool_Rug__Regal_Blue

  • Erin b
    November 26, 2014 at 6:21 pm

    I joined but I can’t seem to get a Poachit URL like everyone else. I’m on my iPhone and when I use Safari to access Poachit.com it only lets me follow stores? Anyway I need a new iPad (hence the surfing on my phone only these days!) and I added a few to Poachit to let me know when the Black Friday prices hit! Good timing.

  • Emma
    November 26, 2014 at 7:14 pm

    I recently got a DSLR and now I think I’d quite like a tripod. So how about this one: https://www.poachit.com/product/365733/Sunpak__PlatinumPlus_Ultra_6000PG_61_Tripod

  • Sydney
    November 26, 2014 at 9:25 pm

    Ooh.. This could be dangerous!
    https://www.poachit.com/product/412125/Glass_Shelf__Basic_Brackets

  • lucinda
    November 26, 2014 at 10:22 pm

    How lovely and generous of you. I’m in the process of finishing up my home office/studio and think this settee would be an awesome addition. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!

    https://www.poachit.com/product/301358/Captains_Settee

  • Michelle Vinson
    November 27, 2014 at 8:28 pm

    A great pair of jeans!
    https://www.poachit.com/product/416547/skinny_skinny_jeans_kneerip_edition

  • JB
    November 28, 2014 at 7:21 am

    I’m pretty sure I’d hunt for all sorts of things, but since I need to pick…
    https://www.poachit.com/product/424168/Rayne_Stone_Tassel_Pendant_Necklace

  • Cortney
    November 28, 2014 at 1:55 pm

    I would love to buy this chair. Been coveting it for awhile now! https://www.poachit.com/product/422100/Huron_Large_Lounge_Chair__GraySeal

  • kristina
    November 28, 2014 at 3:05 pm

    What a great idea.
    http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/pdp/detail.jsp?&id=33688573&color=042#/

  • shaunie
    November 28, 2014 at 9:44 pm

    https://www.poachit.com/product/426845/Diamond_Layer_Dress

  • mirabelle004
    November 28, 2014 at 10:21 pm

    https://www.poachit.com/product/424062/Shimmered_Monarch_Skirt

  • etta
    November 29, 2014 at 9:40 am

    Thanks for recommending this site! It will be super useful for tracking things. I’d love to buy these boots!

    https://www.poachit.com/product/427687/Nylah_Leather_Military_Boot_Women

  • Jeanne
    November 29, 2014 at 10:57 am

    Where could one buy the leather chair with the wood frame (upper left of your post)? Love it.

  • Megan
    November 29, 2014 at 12:13 pm

    I really need a good vacuum. As un-sexy as it is, mama needs a good tool since she has to use it all. of. the. time!
    https://www.poachit.com/product/427750/Dyson_DC33_MultiFloor_Bagless_Vacuum_20506201

  • Kristin
    November 29, 2014 at 4:13 pm

    I have been eying this dress for a while. Thanks for introducing me to Poachit!
    https://www.poachit.com/product/421132/Chevron_Panel_Dress

  • Katie
    November 30, 2014 at 1:43 pm

    LOVE this. I am constantly trying to keep track of all the things I don’t NEED but want (therefore not wanting to spend full price on whatsoever). In the Christmas spirit, I kinda love these cute (but totally unnecessary) Christmas pajamas from J. Crew:
    https://www.poachit.com/product/429225/Pajama_set_in_holiday_lights

  • Aubrey
    November 30, 2014 at 4:31 pm

    This is a great idea! I would get a duvet for my new home!

    https://www.poachit.com/product/430451/PB_Essential_Duvet_Cover__Sham

  • Erin
    November 30, 2014 at 7:22 pm

    I would love pretty much anything from School House Electric, but especially these sheets!
    https://www.poachit.com/product/431980/Woodland_Meadow_Sheet_Set

  • Emily M
    December 1, 2014 at 10:21 am

    I’d buy a reading lamp for my bedroom! My second is going to be born in February and it would be so great to have for all of those nighttime nursing sessions!

  • Emily M
    December 1, 2014 at 10:21 am

    I’d buy a reading lamp for my bedroom! My second is going to be born in February and it would be so great to have for all of those nighttime nursing sessions! https://www.poachit.com/product/273769/Isaac_PlugIn_Sconce_Brass__Short_Arm

  • Emily S
    December 1, 2014 at 11:23 am

    Well I love lots of things, but I always love a blanket… https://www.poachit.com/product/409360/Threshold_Cable_Knit_Sherpa_Throw_Blanket__Cream

  • K Laurance
    December 1, 2014 at 12:14 pm

    This duvet is just beautiful :)

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